Morgan Territory Regional Preserve

About

Morgan Territory Regional Preserve offers a secluded backpack camping experience in the rolling sandstone hills of eastern Contra Costa County. The preserve spans 5,323 acres and features over 90 species of wildflowers in spring, making it a destination for both hikers and equestrians. The backpack camp is located approximately 2.8 miles from the staging area and accommodates groups of 1-20 people. Amenities include several picnic tables, a vault toilet, hitching rails, and non-potable water that must be filtered, treated, or boiled before drinking. Campers must pack out all trash. Campfires are prohibited, but camp stoves are permitted. Access is hike-in only with limited parking (5 passes available, no overflow). The staging area can be reached from I-580 in Livermore by taking N. Livermore Ave. north, then turning right onto Morgan Territory Road for about 5.5 miles. Alternatively, from Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then Morgan Territory Road for 9.4 miles.

Directions

From I-580 in Livermore, exit N. Livermore Ave. and turn north. Shortly after N. Livermore curves left (west), turn right onto Morgan Territory Road and continue about 5.5 miles to the staging area. From Walnut Creek/Concord, take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then turn right onto Morgan Territory Road. The staging area is 9.4 miles from Marsh Creek Road.